Welder – Aerospace Manufacturing

About Machina Labs:

Engineering moves at software speed. Manufacturing doesn't. Yet. 

Machina Labs is changing that. We build intelligent, software-defined factories that produce complex metal structures directly from digital design. By integrating advanced metal forming, robotics, and automated production inside a flexible factory architecture, we enable customers to move from prototype to production in weeks, not years. 

Backed by Lockheed Martin, Toyota, and NVIDIA, we're building the manufacturing infrastructure that defense, aerospace, and advanced mobility programs will run on. 

If you want to work on hard problems that matter and see them fly, drive, and defend, this is the place. 

• Perform precision TIG welding on aerospace components and assemblies.
• Set up and operate TIG welding equipment based on established procedures, specifications, and work instructions.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, weld symbols, specifications, and manufacturing instructions.
• Prepare, fit, tack, align, and assemble components prior to welding.
• Produce consistent, high-quality welds while maintaining dimensional and workmanship requirements.
• Perform welding on a variety of materials and thicknesses based on production requirements.
• Inspect completed work and identify weld defects, dimensional issues, or other nonconforming conditions.
• Perform approved weld repairs and rework when necessary.
• Use precision measuring equipment and inspection tools to verify completed work.
• Maintain accurate production, inspection, and material traceability documentation.
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality to troubleshoot welding and production challenges.
• Provide feedback on fit-up, tooling, weld processes, and manufacturability based on hands-on experience.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of welding and fabrication processes.
• Assist with welding equipment setup, adjustment, cleaning, and operator-level preventive maintenance.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Support production schedules while maintaining Machina Labs' expectations for safety, quality, and workmanship.
 
*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required for this role. Duties and responsibilities may change based on business needs.

• Previous aerospace, defense, automotive, or other advanced manufacturing experience.
• Experience working within an AS9100/AS9100D quality environment.
• Hands-on laser welding experience.
• Experience with precision or close-tolerance fabrication.
• Experience TIG welding stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, nickel-based alloys, or other specialty metals.
• Familiarity with weld inspection and quality-control requirements.
• Experience supporting nonconformance, rework, root-cause, and corrective-action processes.
• Experience working directly with engineers to troubleshoot welding or manufacturing challenges.
• Experience contributing to process improvements in a production environment.

• Ability to stand and work for extended periods.
• Ability to safely handle and position metal components and assemblies.
• Ability to perform repetitive welding, fitting, and fabrication activities.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to work safely around welding equipment, machinery, robotics, noise, and other manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to maintain focus and attention to detail while performing precision manufacturing work.